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enMr. Steve Concerthttp://www.apl.org/content/mr-steve-concert
<div class="field field-name-field-images field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="http://www.apl.org/sites/default/files/alerts/Mr.%20Steve%20Flyer.jpg"><img src="http://www.apl.org/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/alerts/Mr.%20Steve%20Flyer.jpg?itok=bmVYlr5S" width="163" height="220" alt="" /></a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Have you heard? Mr. Steve from PBS is coming to the Appleton Public Library for a rockin' good time on Thursday, August 6th. Concerts will be at 10:00am and 1:00pm. Re<span style="line-height: 1.75em;">gistration is required for every adult and child and space is limited to 250 people per show. To register, call (920) 832-6187 or visit <a href="http://host6.evanced.info/appleton/evanced/eventcalendar.asp">apl.org/cal</a>.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p>For entrance into the program, please print off this receipt and bring it with you to the program. Thank you.</p>
</div></div></div>Fri, 31 Jul 2015 16:28:49 +0000khelmkamp4170 at http://www.apl.orgSummer 2015 Newsletter and Updateshttp://www.apl.org/content/summer-2015-newsletter-and-updates
<div class="field field-name-field-images field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="http://www.apl.org/sites/default/files/alerts/Summer2015_Print.png"><img src="http://www.apl.org/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/alerts/Summer2015_Print.png?itok=A8OlZJj7" width="166" height="220" alt="" /></a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>In June, the Appleton Common Council voted to not authorize the City of Appleton to make an offer to the owners of Fox Banquets &amp; Rivertyme Catering and Trinity Lutheran Church, also known as the “bluff site”. It became clear last year, that talking about sites and concepts had more people paying attention to the mission and needs of the library than prior articles, television news stories, focus groups and meetings had done.</p>
<p>Our work has been intentionally inclusive, and we won’t stop being inclusive with this decision. Not everyone agreed with the proposed site, and the reality is, there will not be a site or option presented that will have universal support. However, the foundation for moving forward is that everyone’s opinions need to be treated with respect. If we want people to participate, everyone should feel as valued as those who have come before them. This means the input we receive will be broad and diverse, and while the needs of the library haven’t changed, we need to move forward in a productive a manner.</p>
<p>While we take time to gather feedback about the process, our staff continues to connect patrons to important resources. This newsletter is filled with examples. Please take note of the Reach Out and Read update, found on page six. This national evidence-based program is being implemented regionally through a grant from the United Way - Fox Cities.</p>
<p>At APL, we are honored to serve as the facilitator between local clinics, non-profits and area libraries ensuring that eventually all Fox Cities children will have a Reach Out and Read experience in their well-child visits, and families will be connected to the library whose resources are most convenient to them. </p>
<p>Appleton has high expectations and at APL we continue to work to meet the needs of our community in ways that address our longstanding mission through important collaborations like Reach Out and Read and the dozens of other ways you will read about through our newsletters.</p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-upload field-type-file field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="file"><img class="file-icon" alt="" title="application/pdf" src="/modules/file/icons/application-pdf.png" /> <a href="http://www.apl.org/system/files/Summer2015_Web.pdf" type="application/pdf; length=6441853" title="Summer2015_Web.pdf">Summer 2015 Newsletter</a></span></div></div></div>Thu, 30 Jul 2015 13:37:16 +0000tbabler4167 at http://www.apl.orgPlayground Safety Coloring Contest!http://www.apl.org/content/playground-safety-coloring-contest
<div class="field field-name-field-images field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="http://www.apl.org/sites/default/files/alerts/Safe%20Kids%20FV%20with%20decons.jpg"><img src="http://www.apl.org/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/alerts/Safe%20Kids%20FV%20with%20decons.jpg?itok=fueSwqUl" width="165" height="220" alt="" /></a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>This contest is offered by SAFE KIDS Fox Valley.&nbsp;Coloring&nbsp;sheets are available at any partipating public library in Outagamie County or can be downloaded <em><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.apl.org/system/files/SafetyColoringSheet.pdf">here</a></span></strong></em>.<strong><br /></strong></p>
<p><strong>Contest Rules:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Entries must be turned into&nbsp;to&nbsp;any participating public library in Outagamie County&nbsp;by August 8.</li>
<li>Contest open to kindergarten - 8th grade area children.</li>
<li>Winners in each grade will have their illustration published in a safety book to be distributed thoughout the community.&nbsp;</li>
<li>One lucky winner will have their photo on the cover.</li>
<li>Winners will also receive a gift certificate to Cold Stone Creamery.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Staff Suggestions:</strong></p>
<p>We already have a lot of pictures about how to slide safetly.&nbsp;Think of something new, but commonly understood.&nbsp;Other possible ideas might be:</p>
<ul>
<li>Do not throw sand, woodchips, dirt, rocks or sticks</li>
<li>One way on the monkey bars</li>
</ul>
<p>What else can you think of? Good luck and be safe!</p>
</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-upload field-type-file field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><span class="file"><img class="file-icon" alt="" title="application/pdf" src="/modules/file/icons/application-pdf.png" /> <a href="http://www.apl.org/system/files/SafetyColoringSheet.pdf" type="application/pdf; length=91597" title="SafetyColoringSheet.pdf">Coloring Contest Flyer</a></span></div></div></div>Wed, 29 Jul 2015 20:07:00 +0000tmisselt4165 at http://www.apl.orgFree Lunch on Wednesdays http://www.apl.org/content/free-lunch-wednesdays
<div class="field field-name-field-images field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="http://www.apl.org/sites/default/files/alerts/brown-bag-lunch1.jpg"><img src="http://www.apl.org/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/alerts/brown-bag-lunch1.jpg?itok=23DrumCq" width="220" height="165" alt="" /></a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>We are excited to announce our newest program! We'll&nbsp;be serving free lunch to&nbsp;children 17 and younger every Wednesday beginning June 17 until August 26 from 11:00 am - 12:15 pm. Food is provided by Aramark through the Summer Food Service Program by the Department of Public Instruction. Registration is requested; please call (920) 832-6189.</p>
</div></div></div>Thu, 28 May 2015 17:30:23 +0000Ellen4088 at http://www.apl.orgReach Out and Read Book Drivehttp://www.apl.org/content/reach-out-and-read-book-drive
<div class="field field-name-field-images field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="http://www.apl.org/sites/default/files/alerts/11209341_10155762481550246_8754325906700636273_n.png"><img src="http://www.apl.org/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/alerts/11209341_10155762481550246_8754325906700636273_n.png?itok=TUUqgCyE" width="220" height="114" alt="" /></a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>In January, we received a grant from United Way to further a national program known as Reach Out and Read. The goal of the program is to work with medical providers to promote early literacy during well-child visits, by giving new books to children and advising parents on the importance of reading aloud to their children.</p>
<p>From July 13 through August 8, we are partnering up with area medical clinics and libraries, as well as the YMCA, Half-Price Books and The Building for Kids, to host a book drive to help area Reach Out and Read clinics. All books donated will be placed in Reach Out and Read clinics for children to use during their checkup.</p>
<p>How can you help support the Reach Out and Read program?</p>
<p>1. Donate new books in-person near the front entrance of the library.</p>
<p>2. Make a monetary donation. APL will purchase books for you! Place your monetary donation in the envelope provided near the entrance of the library and turn in to any service desk. Cash or checks are accepted. Please make checks payable to Friends of Appleton Public Library.</p>
<p>3. Make a purchase at Barnes &amp; Noble Friday, July 24 and a percentage of your purchase will be donated to the local Reach Out and Read program.</p>
<p>Visit the <a href="http://www.reachoutandread.org/">Reach Out and Read website</a> for more information about the program.</p>
</div></div></div>Mon, 13 Jul 2015 21:15:06 +0000tbabler4157 at http://www.apl.orgOutdoor Movies in Houdini Plazahttp://www.apl.org/content/outdoor-movies-houdini-plaza
<div class="field field-name-field-images field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="http://www.apl.org/sites/default/files/alerts/OutdoorMovies.png"><img src="http://www.apl.org/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/alerts/OutdoorMovies.png?itok=Ll8-xXTY" width="170" height="220" alt="" /></a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Bring a blanket and snacks and join us for outdoor movies in Houdini Plaza this summer! Movies begin at approximately 8:30 pm. Please see the schedule below.</p>
<p>Outdoor movies are hosted by The Building for Kids, Fox Cities Performing Arts Center, YMCA and The Trout Museum of Art in collaboration with the Appleton Public Library and Appleton Downtown Inc.</p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">2015 Outdoor Movie Schedule</span></strong></p>
<p><strong>July 22</strong> - Disney's Planes <br /><strong>July 29 </strong>- Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas <br /><strong>August 5 </strong>- Disney's Big Hero 6 <br /><strong>August 12 </strong>- October Sky</p>
</div></div></div>Mon, 06 Jul 2015 16:06:12 +0000tbabler4155 at http://www.apl.orgParking Meter Changeshttp://www.apl.org/content/parking-meter-changes
<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Hours of parking meter enforcement in the lot in front of the library now end at 6:00 pm. The meter price remains the same at $0.75 an hour.</p>
<p>For more information about other parking around the area, please visit the <a href="http://www.appleton.org/news_and_announcements/?i=30675c4a7b5b">City of Appleton website</a>.</p>
</div></div></div>Mon, 06 Jul 2015 15:49:27 +0000tbabler4154 at http://www.apl.orgJuly and August Artist-In-Residencehttp://www.apl.org/content/july-and-august-artist-residence
<div class="field field-name-field-images field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="http://www.apl.org/sites/default/files/alerts/kiln-photo-08.jpg"><img src="http://www.apl.org/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/alerts/kiln-photo-08.jpg?itok=McqH-a59" width="220" height="220" alt="" /></a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>Our Artist-in-Residence schedule for July and August is now available!</p>
<p><strong>The Process of Creating Pottery<br /></strong><strong>July 13&nbsp;| 6:30-7:30 pm<br /></strong>Rick McKinney will speak about the process of creating pottery and show examples of his work.</p>
<p><strong>Pottery Demonstration with Rick McKinney</strong><br /><strong>July 15&nbsp;| 3:00-4:30 pm<br /></strong>Rick will demonstrate simple pottery techniques. Participants will go home with their own clay creation.</p>
<p><strong>Pottery Studio Tour</strong><br /><strong>August 4&nbsp;| 10:00 - 11:30 am</strong><br />Stop by Fired Earth Pottery beginning at 10:00 am to learn about the various stages of making pottery and take a tour of the studio. Fired Earth Pottery is located at 217 E Pacific Street.</p>
</div></div></div>Thu, 08 Jan 2015 20:51:38 +0000tbabler3919 at http://www.apl.orgNEW! New York Times Onlinehttp://www.apl.org/content/new-new-york-times-online
<div class="field field-name-field-images field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="http://www.apl.org/sites/default/files/alerts/NY-Times-digital-subscription_grid_6_grid_6.jpg"><img src="http://www.apl.org/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/alerts/NY-Times-digital-subscription_grid_6_grid_6.jpg?itok=_JheKf_I" width="220" height="134" alt="" /></a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p>We are excited to announce you can now access full content to the New York Times remotely with your library card. See the directions below to start reading articles today.</p>
<p>How to access NY Times Remotely</p>
<p>1. <strong><a href="https://www.infosoup.org/patroninfo~S77?/0/redirect=/wamvalidate?url=http%3A%2F%2F0-ezmyaccount.nytimes.com.www.infosoup.org%3A80%2Fgrouppass%2Fredir">Click here</a></strong> to link to the remote authentication page. <span class="smaller">(This link will be listed permanently on our <a href="/e">eLibrary</a> page.)</span><br />2. Enter your Library Card Number and PIN. <br />3. Create an account if you have not already done so.<br /> 4. Login.</p>
<p>Access inside the Library is also available. Please contact us with questions about the service.</p>
</div></div></div>Thu, 12 Mar 2015 15:39:51 +0000tbabler4003 at http://www.apl.orgWho is Your Hero? Essay Contest for Tweenshttp://www.apl.org/content/who-your-hero-essay-contest-tweens
<div class="field field-name-field-images field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="http://www.apl.org/sites/default/files/story/2015slp-kidsSM.png"><img src="http://www.apl.org/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/story/2015slp-kidsSM.png?itok=YBCbtGTl" width="220" height="134" alt="" /></a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><p data-mce-json="{'video':{},'params':{'src':'https://docs.google.com/forms/d/17ZgDDuUDiafFLromT3iFwZ277SgejPeTK5w7_yoeS7o/viewform'},'hspace':null,'vspace':null,'align':null,'bgcolor':null}">Students in 3rd through 6th grade, write an essay about your favorite hero and have the chance to win a prize!&nbsp; Essays must be at least 150 words long, and can be submitted in three ways: in person at the library (typed or handwritten), submitted in this form, or emailed to the school-age librarian at <a href="mailto:ejepson@apl.org">ejepson@apl.org</a>. You may enter one essay. The last day to submit an essay is August 8.&nbsp;</p>
<p>All essays must include the following information: student's name, grade, school and city, and either a phone number or email address where we can contact you if you are a prize winner.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Three prizes will be awarded; a Kindle Fire, and two $25 gift cards to amazon.com. If a student's essay is chosen for a prize,&nbsp;they must pick it up here.&nbsp;Prizes are provided by the Friends of the Appleton Public Library.</p>
<p>Questions can be directed to the school-age librarian at 920-832-6020 or <a href="mailto:ejepson@apl.org.">ejepson@apl.org.</a></p>
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</div></div></div>Mon, 22 Jun 2015 12:27:07 +0000Ellen4145 at http://www.apl.org